2006 Kia Sportage vs. 2010 Renault Thalia
To start off, 2010 Renault Thalia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Kia Sportage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Kia Sportage would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Kia Sportage (139 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2010 Renault Thalia. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2010 Renault Thalia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 1000 kg more than 2010 Renault Thalia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Renault Thalia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Kia Sportage (188 Nm) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Thalia. (160 Nm). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Thalia. 2010 Renault Thalia has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Sportage has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Sportage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Renault Thalia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Kia Sportage | 2010 Renault Thalia | |
| Make | Kia | Renault |
| Model | Sportage | Thalia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4261 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1639 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1439 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2473 mm |
